Daniel King
About Daniel King
Daniel King is an Undergraduate Research Fellow at Texas A&M University, involved in engineering research and student recruitment. He has developed programming and data analysis skills through various research experiences, including work at Yale University and Stanford University.
Current Role at Texas A&M University
Daniel King currently serves as an Undergraduate Research Fellow at Texas A&M University, where he has been involved since 2021. He is also a member of the Engineering Honors Executive Committee, a position he has held since 2019. In addition to these roles, he works as a Student Recruitment Coordinator at Texas A&M Engineering, a position he has occupied since 2020. His responsibilities in these roles include mentoring students and contributing to various research initiatives.
Research Experience and Contributions
Daniel King has developed a COMSOL Multiphysics model that enhances the understanding of kinetics between dissolved carbon species. This model is utilized alongside experimental work to deepen insights into photocatalytic CO2 reduction and in situ mapping of carbon species. His research efforts are expected to lead to several publications in these areas, demonstrating his commitment to advancing knowledge in environmental engineering.
Educational Background
Daniel King studied at Texas A&M University from 2017 to 2022, completing a five-year program. During his time at the university, he honed his programming skills and developed a strong data analysis repertoire through participation in a remote research experience. His academic journey has been marked by a focus on engineering principles and research methodologies.
Previous Research Positions
Prior to his current roles, Daniel King worked as an Undergraduate Research Fellow at Stanford University for two months in 2019. He also held positions at Texas A&M University, including participation in the NASA University Leadership Initiative Research from 2017 to 2018 and as a Water Filter Researcher at Just4Water from 2017 to 2018. These experiences contributed to his diverse skill set and research capabilities.
Early Work Experience
In 2017, Daniel King worked as a Production Team Member at Smoothie King in the Laredo, Texas area for three months. This role provided him with early work experience outside of his academic pursuits and contributed to his development of teamwork and communication skills.